Free Quote by Viktor E. Frankl
“If you call 'religious' a man who believes in what I call a Supermeaning, a meaning so comprehensive that you can no longer grasp it, get hold of it in rational intellectual terminology, then one should feel free to call me religious, really.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Man's Search for Meaning, 1946
Calling oneself religious is acceptable when one's belief is beyond rational grasp, emphasizing personal meaning.
In simple terms: Personal meaning transcends rational definitions.
Embrace your own sense of purpose.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy
- personal development
- religious discourse
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you define meaning beyond logic?
- Can personal belief coexist with scientific reasoning?
Subjective meaning may clash with objective standards.